Job summary
Ward 17 , is a 14 bedded Elective orthopeadic and trauma
ward.
We are seeking a highly motivated Healthcare assistant to
join our friendly and dedicated team. This opportunity is for a comitted and
dynamic individual to join a well established enthusiastic team.
The successful candiate will support the nursing staff in
assisting to care for patients with all activites
Please note we no longer offer sponsorship
Main duties of the job
Ward 17 is a 14 bedded orthopaedic ward. Depending on post
operative admissions the ward also admits
trauma patients from the orthopaedic admissions ward .
You would be required to undertake longdays /nightshifts 7
days a week.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate and adhere to the trusts values and behaviours.
The main duties will vary daily , assisting patient with personal hygiene,
assisting patients during meal times, talking and listening
to patients and working in partnership with
patients, carers and the wider team.
We aim to Plan and deliver high quality of care to patients
adhering to trust policies and procedures
You must be able to Demonstrate excellent
communication skills both verbal and written and work effectively within the multidisciplinary
team
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years
of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months)
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist the nursing team with daily patient cares
Participate in admission and discharge of patients
Keep stock check of the ward
Report accidents/incidents to the nurse in charge
Maintain confidentiality of all medical and nursing records
Carry out observations and inform the nursing staff
Communicate with patients and families in order to promote
comfort and well-being throughout their stay
Perform hoisting and transferring safely of a patient
Apply brace and splints as necessary
Support the care of all patients learning new orthopaedic skills
Collect specimens
Attend all mandatory training and Online learning to enhance
knowledge
To assist in orientation programme for new staff
Participate in a personal development plan
Participate in patient education as directed by trained
nurses
Keep the ward equipment clean and tidy
Project a professional appearance in behaviour and manner of
dress
Welcome new patients and their relatives/carers and help
them settle onto the ward
Answer the telephone and refer enquiries to the appropriate
member of staff
Assist in promoting and open and friendly working
environment
Encourage a good working relationship with the
multi-disciplinary team.
To report any potential complaints or incidents to the ward
manager/nurse in charge and participate in the process as appropriate
Adhere to the trust uniform policy
Work as an advocate for the patients and
families on the ward
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist the nursing team with daily patient cares
Participate in admission and discharge of patients
Keep stock check of the ward
Report accidents/incidents to the nurse in charge
Maintain confidentiality of all medical and nursing records
Carry out observations and inform the nursing staff
Communicate with patients and families in order to promote
comfort and well-being throughout their stay
Perform hoisting and transferring safely of a patient
Apply brace and splints as necessary
Support the care of all patients learning new orthopaedic skills
Collect specimens
Attend all mandatory training and Online learning to enhance
knowledge
To assist in orientation programme for new staff
Participate in a personal development plan
Participate in patient education as directed by trained
nurses
Keep the ward equipment clean and tidy
Project a professional appearance in behaviour and manner of
dress
Welcome new patients and their relatives/carers and help
them settle onto the ward
Answer the telephone and refer enquiries to the appropriate
member of staff
Assist in promoting and open and friendly working
environment
Encourage a good working relationship with the
multi-disciplinary team.
To report any potential complaints or incidents to the ward
manager/nurse in charge and participate in the process as appropriate
Adhere to the trust uniform policy
Work as an advocate for the patients and
families on the ward
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Computer skills
- Ability to learn new skills
Desirable
- Previous experience in caring for others
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels
- Understanding of the role of HCSW
- Able to work as part of a team
- Knowledge and understanding of the need for confidentiality
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience
- Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post
- GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics
Desirable
- Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good verbal and written command of
- English.
- Ability to act upon own initiative.
- Good communication skills.
- Able to work under some pressure.
- Ability to show leadership
- Ability to plan own work.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure
- Willing to take and record patient
- observations
Desirable
- Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation
Special Requirements
Essential
- Self-motivated and able to motivate others
- Excellent communication & interpersonal
- skills
- Reflective practitioner
- Ability to work in a busy and varied work
- environment and respond to change
Desirable
- Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Computer skills
- Ability to learn new skills
Desirable
- Previous experience in caring for others
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels
- Understanding of the role of HCSW
- Able to work as part of a team
- Knowledge and understanding of the need for confidentiality
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience
- Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post
- GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics
Desirable
- Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good verbal and written command of
- English.
- Ability to act upon own initiative.
- Good communication skills.
- Able to work under some pressure.
- Ability to show leadership
- Ability to plan own work.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure
- Willing to take and record patient
- observations
Desirable
- Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation
Special Requirements
Essential
- Self-motivated and able to motivate others
- Excellent communication & interpersonal
- skills
- Reflective practitioner
- Ability to work in a busy and varied work
- environment and respond to change
Desirable
- Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
